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SHOWS ENGLISH PROSPERITY.; Record Christmas Season in London Shops and at Post Office.

Special Cable to THE NEW YORK TIMES. ();

December 25, 1912,

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LONDON, Dec. 24. -- This Christmas season has probably constituted a record for London tradesmen, who are rejoicing in the general prosperity and willingness on the part of the public to spend money. The shops throughout the past week have been crammed with customers who have not confined themselves to buying seasonable requirements but have also made other extensive purchases, mostly of luxurious goods.

December 25, 1912

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